1995-1998 Chevrolet C10, GMC C15 and others recall: tank assembly

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on August 10, 1998. It covers about 55,272 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 55,272
reported: Aug 10, 1998
owners notified: Aug 24, 1998
related complaints: 16

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly

What is wrong: Vehicle description: crew cab pickup trucks. The front, inner corner of the fuel tank can contact the body sill either intermittently or constantly. This movement can cause a discernible noise and, over time, can wear a hole in or crack the fuel tank at point of contact.
Risk: This condition can result in fuel leakage and a distinct fuel odor if the tank were filled above the level of the hole or crack. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank for wear and, either install a spacer between the fuel tank and the front crossmember, or if necessary, replace the fuel tank.

Recall number 98V187000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet C10 1995-1998 1995 1996 1997 1998
GMC C15 1995-1996 1995 1996
GMC Sierra 1500 1997-1998 1997 1998

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 16 complaints about fuel system problems.

1995 Chevrolet C10 1996 Chevrolet C10 1997 Chevrolet C10 1998 Chevrolet C10 1995 GMC C15 1996 GMC C15 1997 GMC Sierra 1500 1998 GMC Sierra 1500

Questions about recall 98V187000

Is there a recall on the 1995-1998 Chevrolet C10, GMC C15 and others tank assembly?

Yes. Recall 98V187000, reported on August 10, 1998, covers about 55,272 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V187000?

Dealers will inspect the fuel tank for wear and, either install a spacer between the fuel tank and the front crossmember, or if necessary, replace the fuel tank.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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